Punk Rock Women Aren’t Dead – We’re Just in a Museum Now
The women of punk rock haven’t gone anywhere – we’re just in a museum now. That’s right, the world’s first punk rock museum is opening in Las Vegas in January,…

English model and actress Pamela Rooke, also known as Jordan, smoking a cigarette, UK, 28th February 1978.
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The women of punk rock haven't gone anywhere - we're just in a museum now. That's right, the world's first punk rock museum is opening in Las Vegas in January, and it looks amazing. The Punk Rock Museum houses the world's most expansive, inclusive, and intimate display of artifacts, fliers, photos, clothing, instruments, handwritten lyrics, artwork, and just about everything else donated by the people and bands who were there. And not only can you see all of this amazing stuff, but there's also a guitar room where you can play the actual guitars and basses played through the amps the artists played them through.
So if you're looking for an immersive experience that will take you back to the days of mosh pits and safety pins, this is the place for you. And if you're a woman who loves punk rock, this is definitely the place for you. Because while punk may have started out as a boys' club, it's always been home to some badass women. Here are just a few of the women who made punk what it is today.
Patti Smith
Patti Smith is a poet, singer-songwriter, and artist who was an integral part of the New York City punk scene in the 1970s. She was signed to Arista Records in 1974 and released her debut album Horses the following year. The album received rave reviews from critics and is now considered one of the greatest debut albums of all time. Smith went on to release eight more studio albums throughout her career. In 2007, she was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Debbie Harry
Debbie Harry is best known as the lead singer of Blondie, one of the most successful bands to come out of the New York City punk scene. Blondie was formed in 1974 and quickly rose to prominence thanks to its unique blend of punk, pop, and disco. They released their self-titled debut album in 1976 and went on to release seven more studio albums before going on hiatus in 1982. In 1997, they reunited and have been touring and making new music ever since. In 2006, Harry was awarded a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award along with her bandmates.
Exene Cervenka
Exene Cervenka is a singer-songwriter who was one of the founders of X, one of Los Angeles' most influential punk bands. X was formed in 1977 and released their debut album Los Angeles that same year. The album helped define West Coast punk and remains one of Cervenka's favorite works to date. Throughout her career with X and as a solo artist, Cervenka has continued to push musical boundaries while remaining true to her DIY roots. In 1999, she was inducted into the Punk Hall of Fame along with her bandmates from X.
These are just a few of the many women who have made punk what it is today. If you're interested in learning more about them or seeing some amazing artifacts from punk history, be sure to check out the Punk Rock Museum when it opens its doors in January.
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Time’s 2022 ‘100Next’: 14 Entertainers We’re Thrilled Made the List
Time magazine published its annual TIME100 Next list Wednesday (September 28), recognizing 100 rising stars from across industries and around the world. The publication goes about choosing its list by deciding which 100 rising stars -- from medical professionals, government officials, movement leaders, high-profile whistle-blowers, top CEOs, musicians and actors by their impact to the world.
As Time states, "There is no one way to have an impact, so there is no one way by which Time measures the influence essential to its selections."
One of this year's featured artists is television host, singer and actress Keke Palmer, who most recently starred in Jordan Peele's Nope and hosts the rebooted game show classic Password. She has been in the entertainment industry for 20 years now, getting her major acting breakthrough with Akeelah and the Bee (2006).
In her Time 100 video profile, Keke said that Black American filmmakers like Jordan Peele and Tyler Perry breaking the box office down with their success is something we "want more of it. The more that we have of it, the more different perspectives we can get. Everybody's perspective isn't the same."
Keke also shared advice for those wanting to break it big in the industry: "Do what you can with what you got. Tell your story, get your idea out there" via reels, Instagram and TikTok.
Palmer, 29, said on Instagram of Queen Latifah being the person tasked with writing about her, "I am soooo thankful for all the beautiful things you said about me @queenlatifah. What an incredible surprise from someone who has mentored me my entire career. My love for you is endless, till this day when someone messes with me.. I let them know I’m gonna tellllllll my auntie."
As we previously reported, Lil Nas X, Britney Spears and Billie Eilish made the list last year. As always, a person of importance writes up the commentary on who Time chooses for their list -- Kid Cudi wrote Lil Nas X's, Paris Hilton wrote Britney's and Megan Thee Stallion wrote Billie's.
We took their list and compiled our favorite 14 A-list actors and musicians below.
Sydney Sweeney

WEST HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 12: Sydney Sweeney attends the 2022 HBO Emmy's Party at San Vicente Bungalows on September 12, 2022 in West Hollywood, California. (Photo by David Livingston/Getty Images)
Keke Palmer

LONDON, ENGLAND - JULY 28: Keke Palmer attends the UK Premiere Of "NOPE" at the Odeon Luxe Leicester Square on July 28, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Tim P. Whitby/Getty Images for Universal)
FKA Twigs

LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 06: FKA Twigs attends the World Premiere of "The King's Man" at Cineworld Leicester Square on December 06, 2021 in London, England. (Photo by Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images)
Finneas

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 02: Finneas O'Connell attends The 2022 Met Gala Celebrating "In America: An Anthology of Fashion" at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 02, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)
Machine Gun Kelly

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 27: Colson Baker "Machine Gun Kelly" attends "Machine Gun Kelly's Life In Pink" premiere at on June 27, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)
Lily Collins

HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 10: Lily Collins attends the 39th Annual PaleyFest LA - "Emily In Paris" at Dolby Theatre on April 10, 2022 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images)
Sadie Sink

TORONTO, ONTARIO - SEPTEMBER 11: Sadie Sink attends "The Whale" Premiere during the 2022 Toronto International Film Festival at Royal Alexandra Theatre on September 11, 2022 in Toronto, Ontario. (Photo by Rodin Eckenroth/Getty Images)
Yahya Abdul-Mateen II

LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 23: Yahya Abdul-Mateen II attends the UK Special Screening for "AMBULANCE" at Odeon Luxe Leicester Square on March 23, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images for Universal Pictures)
Jack Harlow

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: Jack Harlow attends 2022 Harper's Bazaar ICONS & Bloomingdale's 150th Anniversary on September 09, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Theo Wargo/Getty Images)
Lashana Lynch

CANNES, FRANCE - MAY 19: Lashana Lynch attends the photocall for the Chopard Trophy during the 75th annual Cannes film festival at Martinez Hotel on May 19, 2022 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images)
Jennette McCurdy

HOLLYWOOD, CA - JUNE 13: Actress Jennette McCurdy attends Magnolia Pictures' "Damsel" premiere at ArcLight Hollywood on June 13, 2018 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by David Livingston/Getty Images)
Joe Alwyn

LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 20: Joe Alwyn attends the "Catherine Called Birdy" UK premiere at the Curzon Mayfair on September 20, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Joe Maher/Getty Images)
Jonathan Majors

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 13: Jonathan Majors attends the Los Angeles premiere of "The Harder They Fall" at Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall on October 13, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Rich Fury/Getty Images)
SZA

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 02: SZA attends The 2022 Met Gala Celebrating "In America: An Anthology of Fashion" at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 02, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue)